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Spring Executive Forum | March 10-12, 2027 | Savannah, GA

The MEA Executive Forums are industry events for leaders and executives from natural gas and electric delivery companies, supplier companies, and contractors. Participate in structured discussions on conference topics, discover successful practices, and share ideas with leaders in similar roles to help envision and prepare for a better future for the energy industry.

Session topics cover:

  • Technology trends
  • Utility case studies/successful practices
  • Industry initiatives and changes
  • Regulatory updates
  • Professional/leadership development
  • Other areas of interest to upper level personnel

 

Location


JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
500 West River Street
Savannah, GA, 31401

Book your hotel online to receive the special group rate of $299 per night, plus 15% tax and a $20 nightly destination fee. Reservations must be made by February 16, 2027, to qualify for the group rate.

The $20 daily destination fee includes: 

  • $20 food and beverage credit per night
  • A glass of sparkling wine for up to two guests per stay
  • Luxury car service within the Savannah Historic District (up to 5 miles), subject to availability
  • Plant Riverside District History Tour for up to two guests per stay, subject to availability
  • Daily enhanced high-speed internet access

Car service and history tours must be scheduled through the JW Concierge.

*If you are on the board, you should arrive either anytime on Tuesday, March 9, 2027 or before the board meeting (scheduled for 1:00pm) on Wednesday, March 10, 2027.

Air Travel


The JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District is located near the following airports:

  • Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) – 10.4 miles, 15 minute drive
  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) – 150 miles or 3 hours by car

Transportation


Transportation Option from SAV:

  • Uber/Lyft: ~ $35 (one way)

Book your travel arrangements to arrive any time before 5:30 PM (Welcome Reception starts at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, March 10, 2027.

*If you are on the board, you should arrive either anytime on Tuesday, March 9, 2027 or before the board meeting (scheduled for 1:00pm) on Wednesday, March 10, 2027.

Parking


  • Overnight valet parking: $55 per day

  • Day visitors: $24 per day

Agenda



Agenda subject to change.

Speakers


Speakers and presenters to be announced soon.

Registration


  • Member rate: $1,200 per person
  • Non-Member Rate: $1,400 per person
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Questions


If you have any questions, please contact Deborah Kessler.

Executive Forums occur twice a year in conjunction with the MEA Board Meetings. The spring event is typically hosted in March/April in a warm destination and the fall event is typically hosted in September/October in the Midwest. Regardless of the location or if it is online, the purpose of the forums is to connect with and learn from your peers.